At the beginning of the novel, Daniel views his sister, Leah, as a lost cause. When he first returns home and sees Leah, he mentions that she still had the same fear in her eyes and nothing had changed. At the end of Chapter 10, Daniel shares a significant moment with his sister after their grandmother passes away. He realizes that her demons do not have complete control over her and their relationship...
At the beginning of the novel, Daniel views his sister, Leah, as a lost cause. When he first returns home and sees Leah, he mentions that she still had the same fear in her eyes and nothing had changed. At the end of Chapter 10, Daniel shares a significant moment with his sister after their grandmother passes away. He realizes that her demons do not have complete control over her and their relationship slowly begins to develop. After Leah and Daniel move into Simon's house, a servant brings Leah fine linen to create beautiful fabric. Daniel is astonished at Leah's ability to work the loom. Leah thrives in their new home and takes over the chores, and even begins to garden. Daniel becomes proud of his sister and the progress she has made. He cares deeply about Leah but is unable to do what's best for her. Daniel's bitterness and anger drives Leah into a catatonic state over and over again. He develops empathy for his sister and attempts to track down Jesus and Thacia to visit her in hopes that she will be healed. At the end of the novel, Daniel views his sister as a mature, talented woman who is capable of making her own life choices. Daniel recognizes his sister's independence by inviting Marcus into his home.
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